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Exotic Meats, Combination Restaurants, and Tasting Chocolate

This week, Juliet and Jacoby weigh in on more Reddit drama, share their thoughts on restaurants serving exotic meats, and discuss Grubhub once again being sold. For this week’s Taste Test, they each try multiple chocolate bars to see whether they can taste the expensive one. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 15, 202438 min

The Ozempic-Friendly Menu, Animals Getting Drunk, and Tasting Cereal

This week, Juliet and Jacoby weigh in on the boyfriend who criticized his girlfriend’s cooking via a PowerPoint presentation, discuss how Fireball is making whiskey out of human tears, and applaud the man who ate at all 224 Pizza Ranch locations. For this week’s Taste Test, they each try a different cereal that’s new to them. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 8, 202438 min

A Cheddar Cheese Heist, Serving Old Fish at a Wedding, and Tasting Uncrustables

This week, Juliet and Jacoby rejoice at the potential end of the broken McFlurry machine, discuss the foods we eat based on Cash App emojis, and try to figure out why cases of scurvy have reemerged. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a classic Uncrustable. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 1, 202434 min

7-Eleven’s Future, Cook-From-Frozen Turkeys, Tasting a Coke-Oreo Collaboration

This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on a wild wedding situation, learn whether sparkling water is as hydrating as regular water, and pay their respects to Tupperware. For this week’s Taste Test, they try fizzy-cookie-flavored Coke and Coke-flavored Oreos. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 25, 202439 min

Dashboard Kitchens, a Doritos Restaurant, and Tasting Auntie Anne’s

This week, Juliet and Jacoby praise Burger King for its burger dipping sauce idea, discuss pigeons invading a pizza shop, and cover some sports food news ahead of the start of the NBA season. For this week’s Taste Test, they try salted and cinnamon sugar pretzel bites from Auntie Anne’s. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 18, 202435 min

The History of Chicken Tenders, Dua Lipa’s Coke, and Tasting Hot Fudge Sundae Liquid Death

This week, Juliet and Jacoby cover another TikTok cake story, break down the latest olive oil heist, and discuss California banning farm-raised octopus. For this week’s Taste Test, they try hot fudge sundae–flavored Liquid Death. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 11, 202435 min

Shift Meal: Origin Korean BBQ | Ringer Food

We’re on a journey to find out what L.A. barbecue is. Join host Danny Chau on our last stop with Grace Jo from the hospitality group On6thAvenue (creators of Quarters Korean BBQ) to try out their new spot, Origin. Danny and Grace dig into some of Origin’s most iconic dishes, from its garlic-seasoned short rib to Korean royalty's tteok-galbi (00:49). They discuss the proper way to build a ssam wrap (03:30), the difference between barbecue in Korea and in L.A. (9:00), and the effect that the Korean wave of pop culture has had on K-Town (24:45). Host: Danny Chau Guest: Grace Jo Producer: Aleya Zenieris Sound Engineers: Isaiah Blakely and Kevin Cureghian Camera Operators: Chia Hao Tat, Cory McConnell, John Richter, and Aleya Zenieris Editor: Matthew Ciampa Social Producers: Keith Fujimoto and Jomi Adeniran Show Art: David Shoemaker Supervising Producers: Cory McConnell and Juliet Litman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 9, 202435 min

Bologna Seized at the Border, Scrambled Pancakes, and Tasting Interesting Soda

This week, Juliet and Jacoby cover the food products impacted by the port strike, discuss DNA from the oldest known cheese, and follow up on the protestors who threw soup at art. For this week’s Taste Test, they try mystery-flavored Mountain Dew and Inca Kola. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 4, 202438 min

Shift Meal: Moo’s Craft Barbecue | Ringer Food

We’re on a journey to find out what L.A. barbecue is. Join host Danny Chau on our next stop with Michelle and Andrew Muñoz, the owners and pitmasters of Lincoln Heights’ beloved Moo’s. Danny, Michelle, and Andrew dig into some of Moo’s most iconic dishes, from its Texas-style smoked brisket to its Rampart chili burger (00:21), while they discuss their inspiration for adding their own take on Texas-style BBQ and bringing it to Los Angeles (01:50) and what it took to go from a backyard pop-up to a full brick-and-mortar while also raising a family during the pandemic (18:45). Host: Danny Chau Guests: Michelle and Andrew Muñoz Producer: Aleya Zenieris Sound Engineers: Isaiah Blakely and Kevin Cureghian Camera Operators: Chia Hao Tat, Victoria Valencia, John Richter, and Aleya Zenieris Editor: Matthew Ciampa Social Producer: Keith Fujimoto Show Art: David Shoemaker Supervising Producers: Cory McConnell and Juliet Litman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 2, 202432 min

A Birthday Cake Controversy, the Royal Diet, and Tasting Entenmann's Cakes

This week, Juliet and Jacoby cover a heist using "kangaroo pouches," discuss a Rainforest Cafe pop-up in the Empire State Building, and share their thoughts on a fine-dining restaurant staffed almost entirely by people who have experienced homelessness. For this week’s Taste Test, Juliet tried a pair of Entenmann’s cakes. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 27, 202435 min

Shift Meal: Battambong BBQ | Ringer Food

We’re on a journey to find out what L.A. barbecue is. Join host Danny Chau on our next stop with Chad Phuong, the owner and pitmaster of Battambang BBQ. Danny and Chad dig into some of Chad’s most iconic dishes that blend Texas tradition with Cambodian flavors, from Dino ribs to a fermented jasmine rice smoked sausage (00:14). All the while, he discusses memories of growing up in Cambodia during the Khmer Rouge (06:34), life in Long Beach, California, and the influence of the Lakers (24:29), and how smoke may just be the fountain of youth after all (29:29). Host: Danny Chau Guest: Chad Phuong Producer: Aleya Zenieris Sound Engineers: Isaiah Blakely and Kevin Cureghian Camera Operators: Cory McConnell, John Richter, Victoria Valencia, and Aleya Zenieris Editor: Matthew Ciampa Social Producer: Keith Fujimoto Show Art: David Shoemaker Supervising Producers: Cory McConnell and Juliet Litman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 25, 202438 min

The Immense Popularity of Customized Drinks, Temu’s Real Croissant Lamp, and Tasting Apple Crisp–Flavored Coffees

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This week, Juliet and Jacoby take an in-depth look at the customized drink craze, investigate a controversial 31-dollar AMC cocktail and discuss a viral TikTok in which a woman discovers that the croissant lamp she bought from Temu may, in fact, just be an actual croissant.For this week’s Taste Test, they try Starbucks’ new fall release of apple crisp drinks. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producers: Devon Baroldi & Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 20, 202436 min

Shift Meal: Black Cat BBQ | Ringer Food

We’re on a journey to find out what L.A. barbecue is. Join host Danny Chau on our first stop with Phil Martin, the owner and pitmaster of Black Cat BBQ. Danny and Phil dig into some of Phil’s most iconic dishes, from Carolina pulled pork to prime beef brisket (0:16), while discussing how living across America inspired many of his recipes (03:10), the importance of whole-hog barbecue (16:57), and celebrity run-ins he’s had during his residency at the Beverly Hills Farmers' Market (26:45). Host: Danny Chau Guest: Phil Martin Producer: Aleya Zenieris Sound Engineers: Isaiah Blakely and Kevin Cureghian Camera Operators: Cory McConnell, John Richter, Chia Hao Tat, and Aleya Zenieris Editor: Matthew Ciampa Social Producer: Keith Fujimoto Show Art: David Shoemaker Supervising Producers: Cory McConnell and Juliet Litman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 18, 202435 min

Cult Melons, David Beckham’s Farming, and Tasting Dubai Chocolate

This week, Juliet and Jacoby once again follow up on Red Lobster’s financials, take a look at the weirdest food in NFL stadiums this season, and share their thoughts on Campbell's Soup’s name change. For this week’s Taste Test, they try the viral Dubai chocolate. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 13, 202433 min

Welcome to 'Shift Meal'!

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Welcome to ‘Shift Meal,’ a video podcast from The Ringer in which host Danny Chau shares a bite and chops it up with chefs and restaurant people during their off hours. Together, they explore origin stories and histories (both personal and cultural) that inform some of the best food in the country. This time around, we’re seeking answers hidden behind smoke. As surprising as it sounds, Los Angeles is in the midst of a barbecue renaissance. But in a city of transplants and converging global influences, what exactly is L.A. barbecue, anyway? Four different voices offer their perspective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 11, 20240 min

A Food-Dipping Robot, Deep-Fried Ranch, and Tasting "Gatorwine"

This week, Juliet and Jacoby dive into another Philly heist, discuss lab-made cocoa, and try to make sense of Wendy’s addition of a Krabby Patty to the menu. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a combination of Glacier Freeze Gatorade and cheap red wine that the internet has dubbed "Gatorwine." Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 6, 202434 min

An Applebee’s Arrest, Cucumber Boy, and Tasting a Listener-Submitted Food Crime

This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on robots working in restaurants, discuss a Coca-Cola and Oreo collaboration, and give props to Kordell Beckham for achieving his dream partnership. In this week’s Taste Test, they try a Food Crime that was submitted by a listener. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 23, 202438 min

A Wedding Controversy, Pumpkin Spice Slurpee, and Tasting Hidden Valley Ranch Cheez-Its

This week, Juliet and Jacoby debate whether it is rude to order fajitas at someone else’s birthday, discuss new tourism news coming out of Japan, and cover a brand-new KFC item that hasn’t made its way to the States yet. For this week’s Taste Test, they finally try Hidden Valley Ranch Cheez-Its. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138, or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 16, 202437 min

The Olympic Muffins, Tadpole Water, and Tasting 5-Hour Energy Barbecue Sauce

This week, Juliet and Jacoby close out the Olympics by covering multiple food stories from the Summer Games, share their thoughts on an Auntie Anne’s candle, and discuss fridgescaping. For this week’s Taste Test, they try 5-Hour Energy barbecue sauce. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 9, 202432 min

Boneless Chicken Wings, Barbie Ice Cream, and Tasting San Carlo Potato Chips

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the divers who were rescued after being lost at sea, share their thoughts on the Hot Cheeto controversy, and take a deep dive on an AI cookbook author. For this week’s Taste Test, they try Pesto as well as Mint and Chili Pepper chips from San Carlo. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138, or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 2, 202434 min

The Kelce Brothers Cereal Mix, Exploding Soda Cans, and Tasting Fluffy Coke

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss lab-grown meat, cover another story about Something About Her sandwich shop, and question if we need a sauce that combines 14 in one. For this week’s Taste Test, they try fluffy Coke: a mixture of Coke and Fluffernutter. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 26, 202432 min

Costco's Apocalypse Meal Kit, Another Philly Heist, and Kangaroo Tartar in Melbourne, Australia

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss how Whataburger helped Texans through a blackout, share their thoughts on the wedding that served instant ramen, and cover the etymology of the pickle. For this week’s Taste Test, they try kangaroo tartar while on their trip to Melbourne, Australia. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 19, 202435 min

Japan’s Excess Sushi, Hot Ones Vodka, and Tasting Energizing Drinks from Starbucks

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss Benny Blanco’s cookbook, share their thoughts on a TikTok made by Kentucky teachers, and talk about the oldest discovered wine. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a new energy drink from Starbucks. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 5, 202436 min

A Hamptons Restaurant Feud, College Football’s Beer Prices, and Tasting Mooloolaba Prawns in Brisbane

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the creation of rosé, share their thoughts on Joey Chestnut's face-off with Takeru Kobayashi, and react to coffee shops in Melbourne becoming mobile. For this week’s Taste Test, they try both fried and coal-fired prawns from Brisbane, Australia. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 28, 202433 min

Culinary Olympics, Fine Dining Utilizing AI, and Tasting Ketchup on KitKats

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the cookie shop owner who called out a bridesmaid for requesting free cookies, question why Tesla is selling a bottle of mezcal, and share their thoughts on a new sobering gel. For this week’s Taste Test, they try the viral trend of ketchup on KitKats. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 21, 202435 min

Joey Chestnut’s Sponsor Dispute, Banning Diners Under 30, and Tasting a Flight of Iced Coffee

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss Japan’s unique vending machine problem, share their thoughts on Flavor Flav trying to save Red Lobster, and talk about Chipotle boys. For this week’s Taste Test, they tried three different iced coffees inspired by popular foods. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 14, 202441 min

A Trader Joe’s Senior Prank, Taco Bell Theft, and Tasting a Flight of Starbucks Drinks

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss a restaurant that charges to heat up a muffin, share their thoughts on the woman who named her baby after the restaurant where she gave birth, and cover another whimsical food lawsuit. For this week’s Taste Test, they tried three different drinks from Starbucks. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 7, 202433 min

Pizza Recycling Bins, Bottled Capri-Sun, and a Competition to Make the Best Meal at Eat Street in Brisbane, Australia

Juliet and Jacoby remain in Brisbane and are ready to close out the final episode of our Australia month! To start the show, they try to answer the age-old question of whether a taco is a sandwich. Then, they marvel at the shelf life of eggs and give Target its flowers for lowering grocery prices. For this week’s Taste Test, they go to Eat Street Northshore, a lively outdoor venue featuring live music, international food, and great beer, and compete against each other to see who can form the best meal. Finally, they share the best thing they ate on their trip to the Sunshine Coast and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 31, 202435 min

Red Lobster’s Bankruptcy, Baguette Stamps, and Tasting Seafood in Minjerribah in Australia

Juliet and Jacoby have landed in Brisbane, a.k.a. Brisvegas, and are ready to take in the wonders of Queensland! To start the show, they discuss Gypsy Rose Blanchard’s prison-style energy drink, share their thoughts on how the Summer House is stocked, and follow up on reservation fraud. For this week’s Taste Test, they take a boat to North Stradbroke Island, or Minjerribah, to enjoy a seafood feast with their tour guide Elisha from Yura Tours. Finally, they share the best thing they ate on their first day in Brisbane and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 24, 202446 min

NYC’s Giant Hot Dog, Tipping in Paris, and Tasting Duck Bao at Supernormal in Melbourne, Australia

It’s Juliet and Jacoby’s final episode from Melbourne, and they are taking in the Asian food scene the city has to offer! To start the show, they discuss a fast food chicken crime ring, share their thoughts on TikTokers eating lemons whole, and talk about the opening of the Something About Her sandwich shop. For this week’s Taste Test, they head to a restaurant called Supernormal to try its duck bao. Finally, they share the best thing they ate on day three and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 17, 202435 min

Cheeseball Man, Miami Grand Prix Prices, and an Avocado Toast Flight in Melbourne, Australia

Juliet and Jacoby remain in Melbourne as they push ahead with their spring break! To start the show, they discuss the real beneficiary of Kendrick Lamar and Drake’s rap beef, share their thoughts on selling reservations, and talk to an Australian bartender about oranges and eggs. For this week’s Taste Test, they pay homage to Bill Granger, the inventor of avocado toast, by trying an avocado toast flight from three breakfast restaurants in Melbourne, Australia. Finally, they share the best thing they ate on day two and Jacoby recaps his experience with the nightlife. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 10, 202444 min

Sprite Chill, Milan’s Food Ban, and Tasting Magic Coffee in Melbourne, Australia

Juliet and Jacoby have touched down in Melbourne, Australia, and are ready for spring break! Before they explore the city, however, they cover this week’s news, including Amazon’s new subscription service, the runner who blind tasted wine during the London Marathon, and coffee drinking in the United States. For this week’s Taste Test, they travel to the Fitzroy area of Melbourne, Australia, and settle at a coffee shop called St Ali’s. Here, they learn about the Magic Coffee from their tour guide, Raf, before trying it for themselves. Finally, they close the show by sharing the worst take from the trip and reveal the best thing they ate from day one in Melbourne. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 3, 202437 min

Avocado Sommeliers, Cicada Salads, and Tasting Kangaroo Jerky

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the origins of tomato sauce on pizza, dive deep into Keith McNally’s rodent claims, and continue their Philly heist stories. For this week’s Taste Test, they try kangaroo jerky and make a special announcement. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 26, 202433 min

OpenTables New Policy, Scented Billboards, and Tasting a Loverboy Espresso Martini

Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on the restaurant that will give you a free bottle of wine for not using your phone during the meal, discuss the world’s oldest beer recipe, and reveal what they really think about private clubs. For this week’s Taste Test, they try canned espresso martinis from Loverboy. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 19, 202436 min

A New Beer Heist, Miniature Pineapples, and a Blind Water Taste Test

This week, Juliet and Jacoby listen to what pasta sounds like, share their thoughts on Lunchables, and pay homage to the diner. For this week’s Taste Test, they try four different bottled waters to see if they can taste the difference. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 12, 202437 min

Eating During the Eclipse, Anya Taylor-Joy’s Wedding Cake, and Tasting a Kalimotxo

This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on “guilt tipping,” react to Julia Fox’s collaboration with Velveeta, and marvel at the world’s oldest bread. For this week’s Taste Test, they try kalimotxo: a mix of red wine and cola. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 5, 202438 min

Costco’s Food-Court Crackdown, Krispy Kreme to McDonald’s, and Tasting a Kloben Bun

Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on the new Trader Joe’s Pronto location, discuss Chick-fil-A's introduction of chicken with antibiotics, and explain why they dislike sexy water. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a Kloben bun and lemon-lavender bar from Ole & Steen. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 29, 202436 min

New York’s Hottest Nightclub, a Meal in Space, and Tasting Spicy Potato Tacos

Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on yet another Philly food heist, react to Millie Bobby Brown's admission that she leaves negative reviews, and discuss where the taxes from rum go. For this week’s Taste Test, they try spicy potato tacos from Taco Bell. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 22, 202434 min

Trader Joe’s Mini Tote Bags, Restaurant Cancelation Fees, and Tasting Two Jeni’s Ice Cream Flavors

This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on Hidden Valley’s collaboration with Cheez-It, 50 Cent's embezzlement accusations toward Beam Suntory, and break down Pump moving into TomTom without warning. For this week’s Taste Test, they try the Powdered Jelly Donut and Pineapple Upside Down Cake from Jeni’s Ice Cream. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 15, 202436 min

The Return of the Choco Taco, Wendy’s Dynamic Pricing, and Tasting Spiced Coca-Cola

This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on the $16,000 wedding cake, discuss whether service industry workers should be paid a salary, and marvel at Taylor Swift making the Chiefs homemade pop-tarts. For this week’s Taste Test, they try Coca-Cola’s newest flavor: Spiced Coke. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 8, 202435 min

Drink Chugging, Overpriced Airport Snacks, and Pop-Tarts

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss Taylor Swift’s Super Bowl chugging, give their thoughts on the sausage challenge in 'The Bachelor,' and talk about how the creator of the Pop-Tart isn’t mentioned on the official website. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Kyle Williams Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 16, 202430 min

Purple Tomatoes, a Vineyard at an Airport, and Comparing Red Vines to Twizzlers

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the influence Tex-Mex has had on Super Bowl food, share their thoughts on a clever food heist, and marvel at Sofía Vergara’s coffee-tasting skill. For this week’s Taste Test, they compare Red Vines to Twizzlers. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 9, 202433 min

Food News’ 100th Episode! Soup Thrown at the ‘Mona Lisa,’ the Origin of Butter Chicken, and Tasting Black Sapote.

It’s Food News’ 100th episode, and Juliet and Jacoby begin the show by celebrating with Prosecco. Then, they share their thoughts on the Chuck E. Cheese cookbook, discuss lab-grown eel, and marvel at the original tableside caesar salad. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a black sapote drink from their visit to Tenerife. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 2, 202437 min

Kathy Hilton’s Date-Night Restaurant, a Professor’s Tea Claim, and Tasting Almave

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss Brooklyn Beckham’s pop-up restaurant, react to a court ruling on how much potato constitutes a crisp, and share their thoughts on Reese Witherspoon’s snow video. For this week’s Taste Test, they try Lewis Hamilton’s nonalcoholic tequila: Almave. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon and Ronak Nair Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 26, 202441 min

Hershey’s New Lawsuit, a Bloodhound Detective, and Blind Tasting Grapes

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss a lawsuit involving Lisa Vanderpump, once again share their thoughts on olive oil on ice cream, and dive deep into the bloodhound that's solving food crime in North Carolina. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a flight of grapes blind and try to name them. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 19, 202436 min

A Coffee Shop Wedding, the 1,001 Cheese Pizza, and Tasting Anita Gelato

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the group stealing Wendy’s cooking oil, share their thoughts on the spread of counterfeit olive oil, and react to an article claiming beer drinking is down in America. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a trio of flavors from Anita Gelato. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 12, 202434 min

Tommy DeVito’s Pizzeria Appearance, McDonald's New Drink Outpost, and Tasting Bad Foods

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss Chobani's acquisition of Juliet’s beloved La Colombe, follow up on the woman who stole 10,000 Krispy Kreme doughnuts, and share their thoughts on the tomatoes that were lost in space. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a trio of foods that Jacoby thought they wouldn’t like. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producers: Mike Wargon and Sasha Ashall Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 22, 202337 min

The Curious Case of the Missing Wine, a Danish Butter Heist, and a Blind Ketchup Taste Test

Juliet and Jacoby discuss the woman who could reduce her jail sentence by working a fast food job, react to a video showing potatoes being cleaned in a dishwasher, and share their thoughts on the UN's recommendation that Americans eat less meat. For this week’s Taste Test, they see whether they can identify different ketchup brands on taste alone. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producers: Mike Wargon and Ronak Nair Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 8, 202334 min

The Literal Chopt Salad, a Look Inside Jennifer Garner’s Bag, and Tasting a Blue Moon Bagel With Valencia Orange Cream Cheese From Popup Bagels

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss Red Lobster’s endless shrimp costing the chain $20 million, share their thoughts on a Krispy Kreme truck heist, and question whether dessert stomach is a real thing. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a Blue Moon bagel with Valencia orange cream cheese from Popup Bagels. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producers: Mike Wargon and Ronak Nair Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 1, 202335 min

Flavortown Spiked Punch, Another Philly Heist, and Tasting Holiday Chocolates

Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on the viral 7,000-dollar cheese board, discuss the diner accused of putting their own hair into their food, and once again head to Philadelphia to break down a heist. For this week’s Taste Test, they try Ghirardelli Holiday Chocolate Snowmen. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producers: Mike Wargon and Ronak Nair Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 24, 202332 min